Folklore, Pottery & Food Galore!!!

Meaning ‘Holy Cross’ in English, the historic city of Santa Cruz is located in Guanacaste, and is considered to be the second most important city in the province
after Liberia.

Santa Cruz holds the distinction of being the national folklore city, thanks to its commitment to keeping its traditions and customs alive, including traditional
dance, musical instruments, food and drink, it was declared the Folklore City by the Central American Institute of Tourism. The canton has delightful folklore attracting many tourists and has
more special tourist areas than any other canton in the province. Part of the Guacamaya tourist center is here as well as splendid beaches of Potrero, Conchal, Brasilito, Grande, Tamarindo,
Langosta and Avellana.

Highlights of Santa Cruz, Guanacaste:

Santa Cruz is one of Costa Rica´s most popular folkloric cities.

Local festivals are very famous in Guanacaste and attractive for their parades, songs, dancing, foods and the locals profess faith to their Christ of Saint
Esquipulas.

Guaitil handicrafts, a small town where the main economic activity is pottery.